I seldom speak of political issues on this site. However, a recent decision by the Supreme Court makes a religious point that all churches, faith-based charities and religious schools needs to take notice of. Today, the Supreme Court … Continue reading
I’ve been considering lately the toils, the labors, the works of man and how they fit in the universe and in the economy of the universe’s creator—YHWH. Recently I pointed out in a sermon that the word “vocation” … Continue reading
As a pastor, elder or other church leader questions are asked about our churches. Church seekers often seem to have lists of questions they want answered. Some are as simple as children’s programs, recommended attire and service times. … Continue reading
This morning in my devotional reading, I finished the Gospel of John. After meditating for several days on the interchange between Jesus and Peter in 21:15-19, this morning I went on to the last exchange of the book—Peter’s … Continue reading
The lives of past saints can be very inspiring, so reading biographies is a thrill. Whether we are reading about a recent saint, like Nate Saint, Jim Elliot and their partners killed trying to reach a stone age … Continue reading
Imagine, spending only three weeks in a city, before being driven out, but seeing a successful, persecution-resistant church planted. Paul was very successful, but we must resist the temptation to think that his success is beyond our reach. … Continue reading
Qualifications of Elders: Part IV In a world that assumes women’s presence in every endeavor, it seems backwards and hateful to restrict women from certain roles. In this fight, like all others, Christians must following scripture not the … Continue reading
Qualifications of Elders: Part III With record low job approval ratings worldwide, we expect little good from our national leaders. Even in the church, bad leadership seems more the rule than the exception. Just like other problems faced … Continue reading